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VW Passat Alltrack is like a German Subaru Outback: Tokyo Motor Show Previewhttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2011/11/vw-passat-alltrack-is-like-a-german-subaru-outback-tokyo-motor-show-preview.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2011/11/vw-passat-alltrack-is-like-a-german-subaru-outback-tokyo-motor-show-preview.html#commentsWed, 23 Nov 2011 11:53:42 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/?p=94058VW Passat Alltrack is like a German Subaru Outback: Tokyo Motor Show PreviewSubaru has the Legacy and Outback and now Volkswagen has the Passat and the Passat Alltrack. Essentially a high-riding version of the Passat wagon (“Estate”) offered in Europe, the car will make its official debut next week at the Tokyo Motor Show. Along with flared fenders, a stainless steel-look front bumper garnish and some matte-chrome... more]]>

Subaru has the Legacy and Outback and now Volkswagen has the Passat and the Passat Alltrack. Essentially a high-riding version of the Passat wagon (“Estate”) offered in Europe, the car will make its official debut next week at the Tokyo Motor Show.

Along with flared fenders, a stainless steel-look front bumper garnish and some matte-chrome detailing, the Passat Alltrack features VW’s 4MOTION all-wheel drive system, underbody protection and a raised ride height. VW says the car’s ground clearance has been increased from 135 mm (5.3 inches) to 165 mm (6.5 inches). The result is a ramp breakaway angle that’s increased from 9.5 to 12.8 degrees, an approach angle that increases from 13.5 to 16 degrees and a departure angle that’s up from 11.9 to 13.6 degrees.

In addition, there’s a hill descent assist setting, and an off-road mode with different settings for the dual-clutch transmission. VW will offer the car in Europe with a choice of two different 2.0-liter TDI engines. No plans have been announced to import the car to North America, and we wouldn’t count on it either.